Corporate Counsel, Shield AI

• We are seeking a highly motivated and adaptable Corporate Counsel to join our in-house legal team
• The ideal candidate will be business-minded, execution-oriented, and comfortable managing diverse legal issues with sound judgment and minimal oversight
• J.D. from an accredited law school and active membership in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar
• 2–5 years of relevant legal experience at a reputable law firm or in-house legal department
• Demonstrated experience with commercial contracts, corporate governance, and cross-functional legal support
• Strong legal judgment, excellent communication skills, and a business-oriented approach to problem-solving
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams in a high-growth, regulated, and time-sensitive environment

Desirable

• This position is ideal for a capable generalist who thrives in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment
• As part of a small, agile legal department, you will support a wide range of legal functions critical to the company’s U.S and international operations
• This role involves hands-on responsibility for transactional, corporate, and operational legal matters across the enterprise, with direct exposure to cross-functional teams and executive leadership
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements
• Support international expansion initiatives, including entity formation and compliance in foreign jurisdictions
• Assist with corporate governance matters, including board consents, internal policies, and legal entity management
• Collaborate with finance, HR, operations, and business development teams to provide legal guidance on day-to-day matters
• Help manage equity and incentive compensation programs
• Identify and mitigate legal risks across the business, escalating issues appropriately to Associate General Counsel or General Counsel
• Contribute to legal operations process improvements, legal knowledge management, and cross-departmental training

• All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check